Question 1270 Deck Safety

The correct answer is D) ensure the falls are taut. When stowing the lifeboat after a drill while underway, it is important to ensure that the falls (the ropes used to lower and raise the lifeboat) are taut. This helps to secure the lifeboat properly in the davits and prevent any accidental or uncontrolled movement during the vessel's underway conditions. The other options are incorrect because: A) securing only the inboard gripes may not be sufficient to fully secure the lifeboat; B) leaving the tricing pendants slack could allow the lifeboat to move around; and C) leaving the outboard part of the cradle in the down position could compromise the stability and security of the stowed lifeboat.